Licensed Practical Nurse - Family Medicine - LPN

Mayo Clinic; Altoona (WI); On-site; USD 3,382,000 - 4,911,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical: Multiple plan options

Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement

Vision: National network

Pre-Tax Savings: HSA/FSAs

Retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to provide nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will care for patients, document observations, and support care planning while collaborating with the health care team.

Main duties include performing patient assessments, communicating needs to the RN and providers, and delivering care per the patient plan. A valid LPN license and strong teamwork are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Ability to mentor and instruct others.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to assigned patients under RN supervision.
• Collect data through observation and communicate findings to the team.
• Deliver care according to the patient care plan and organizational policies.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Mentoring

Education

LPN license (state requirements)

Practical nursing program graduate

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation andcomprehensive benefit plans– to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical:Multiple plan options.
• Dental:Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings:HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The licensed practical nurse (LPN) provides nursing care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of the registered nurse (RN) or other assigned supervisor and accepts delegation from the RN/assigned supervisor in meeting the needs of the patient/family. The LPN collects data through observation and communicates information to assist the RN and/or provider in patient assessment and care planning. The LPN participates as a member of the health care team and accepts delegation from the RN/assigned supervisor and provider in meeting needs of the patient/family. The LPN delivers care in accordance with the patient care plan, policies and procedures of the organization and principles of relationship-based care. The LPN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and instructing; and may participate on committees or projects, including quality improvement projects.

Qualifications

Graduate of a school of practical nursing or passed LPN Boards after a defined period in a professional nursing program (e.g., some states allow RN students to take the LPN board exam after completing one to two years in the RN program). If graduation did not occur within the last two years, one year of LPN experience working in an applicable setting is required.

Additional qualifications: One year LPN experience within the last five years preferred. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Experience working in a team environment. Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred. Ability to work daytime hours, flexibility may be required to meet staffing needs. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing preferred.

License or certification: Current LPN license by applicable state requirements. Arizona and Florida: Maintains current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers. Midwest: Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$24.55 - $35.65 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Part Time

Hours/Pay Period

48

Schedule Details

8 hour days between 0645-1730

Weekend Schedule

No weekends

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the"EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates inE-Verifyand may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Jennifer Schindeldecker